Am I a Candidate?
Only a qualified cosmetic surgeon can determine whether a face-lift is right for you, but providing you are fit and healthy and have realistic expectations of what can be achieved then surgery can be a great way of giving you more confidence in the way you look.
Face-lifts are popular with both men and women and can be used to erase the signs of ageing such as wrinkles and saggy skin. Most people who have the surgery are over 40, although the surgery is performed on younger people if they are suitable.
Although the procedure is relatively simple, not everyone is suitable for a face-lift. The ideal candidate for this type of surgery will have good skin elasticity, a strong bone structure and loose skin on their face or neck. Because face-lifts stretch the facial skin to remove wrinkles having supple, flexible skin will allow you to heal better. A good bone structure will also help you achieve a better result because the underlying structure provides support to the skin. If you have ‘weak’ facial features you may also want to consider having dermal fillers or facial implants to improve your underlying structure. If you have loose skin on your face and neck then this can be trimmed and tightened during the procedure.
You may not be suitable for this procedure if you suffer from certain medical conditions. Heavy smokers are also not ideal candidates for any type of surgery as they are at more risk when under going general anaesthetic. If you do smoke, you’ll be asked to stop at least two months before the procedure, as smoking can also delay the healing process.
Having a thorough consultation with a qualified face-lift surgeon is the only way to discover if the procedure is suitable for you.
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